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Timmy Kenatale from COBRA (White) Hand-off his opponent from Iskandar Raiders (Pink/Black) during the final match of the NS Royal Sevens 2014.

Assalamualaikum and Hi to all my Rugby Buddies and Supporters!

It’s a long time since i’ve wrote in my so own called “Rugby Blog” becoz of my works and many things that I need to work on. My last tournament that I’ve covered was the MCKK Premier 7′s that can be seen Here and no Super League game this year.

COBRA's Player (White) were tackled by Iskandar Raiders during the Final Cup match of the NS Royal Sevens 2014.

So let’s move on to the newest and last tournament before Ramadhan that is the NS Power Royal Sevens 2014 that was held at the “Padang MPS Seremban”. Most of our rugby players and supporters know this place very well I think. This year, the tournament had 3 categories that is School, Premier Clubs, and Super but I dont know why, this year event look a bit dull and not so lively like 2-3 years ago. One of the reason is maybe the date clashed with the World Club 10′s at Singapore.

SSTMI Players (blue/red) in action during the Final Cup Premier Category at the NS Royal Sevens 2014.

Never mind, keep reading ya?

This year event also witness the presence of our Malaysian 7s Rugby Team that was registered as “President 7s”. We were so eager to see their action becoz they had run through a lot of training inside and outside the countries including South Africa and others. They had also spent a big allocation for their development and at first sight I really hope that they can show us something special.

Keris Conlay Player's (Red) block the tackle mad by his opponent from SSTMI during the Final Match at the NS Royal Sevens 2014.

But my thought was absolutely wrong. The team was prepared enough but they lost for 3 games! 2 games with our local club and 1 game with the Chinese Taipei in the Final Plate Match. In my opinion based on the 3 games that i’ve watched, they still lack of discipline and maybe over confident. On the first match against NS Wanderers, they played very well and maybe becoz of some mistakes, NS Wanderers could gain control and win the game. But the second game with COBRA, there are still what we called as “Tahan Bas” and they keep arguing with the Referee.

Mohd Aiman from MRSM Beseri (blue/yellow) making a powerful run towards the try line during their Final School Cup Match againts Semahsyur (Maroon) at the NS Royal Sevens 2014.

I wouldnt say much about the “Tahan Bas” becoz that is the basic in rugby and they should not show that in front of their supporters especially after their development tour at South Africa. But the main thing in rugby is respect to the referee decision and not arguing with the ref! At one time they still arguing with the ref about the scrum and COBRA take that chance to get the try. They must understand the rule of thumb in rugby that is ask the Captain to ask the Ref and do not Ask the ref while Penalty or Free Kick. Just play and if the complain accepted by the Referee, the try also can be pulled back. So why need to play that way and get their own team mate in trouble? Especially by the “Professional” team that playing in “Super” category.

But at the other aspect, they really show a good running and tactical play. And I believe they could do much better than that. So keep up your good effort and keep us proud Malaysia 7′s!

Kinta Utara's Scrumhalf pass the ball to his team mate in the final game between Kinta Utara and Kuala Kangsar at Sekolah Tuanku Abdul Rahman (STAR).

The under 18 rugby team from Kinta Utara was able to maintain unbeaten record six times in a row in the Perak Rugby Schools Sport Council Championship that was held in the main field of Sekolah Tuanku Abdul Rahman (STAR??), Ipoh at 1-5 February 2013. They have beaten their rival from Kuala Kangsar district in the final game.

Kinta Utara team that was average of students under 18 years were also strong enough to ensure that the title they have attained for five consecutive years is not destroyed easily. This 2013 edition of the tournament also meaningful when the championship was shared by the team under 12 years who also won first place in the Rugby Under 12 Years category. Thorough preparation was also done to ensure that the tournament will be run smoothly in all aspects.

With the winning, the team from Kinta Utara also had the honor to represent the state for the National Rugby Championship Malaysian Schools Sports Council (MSSM) which will be host in March later. This Championship was attended by 9 districts representing the entire Eastern Province and the district took part is Hilir Perak, Larut Matang dan Selama, Hulu Perak, Batang Padang, Kinta Selatan, Kuala Kangsar, Kinta Utara, Perak Tengah and Kerian. So now the time for the actions!

Kinta Utara vs Kuala Kangsar

Kinta Utara vs Kuala Kangsar

Kinta Utara vs Kuala Kangsar

Kinta Utara vs Kuala Kangsar

Kinta Utara vs Kuala Kangsar

Kinta Utara vs Kuala Kangsar

Kinta Utara vs Kuala Kangsar

Kinta Utara's Scrumhalf pass the ball to his team mate in the final game between Kinta Utara and Kuala Kangsar at Sekolah Tuanku Abdul Rahman (STAR).

Afifi_Arif : Guest_1820 : great to hear that well..actually for now, the MRU website is temporarily down for maintanence...al l the matches were updated on their official Facebook page at «link» ... so u can see current update there

Guest_1820 : Thanks you. I was driving around and finally found it and managed to check with a player whether it was the right place. Thanks too. Also how do you find out when/where matches are? Why isn't the website up to date?

Afifi_Arif : hye Guest_1820 : I dont really know how to guide you there but the actual field is at the TUDM Sungai Besi..If you ask a taxi driver for Jalan Bellamy, you wont reach there..

Guest_1820 : Hi, please give me the directiosn or landmark for the Bellamy Grounds in KL. I have been googling, on the gps to no avail. I am assuming it's on Jalna Bellamy but wish to male sure. Thanks